2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix (515 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1969 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XK | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 59 L |
